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Paul Slater and Beau Haywood from local community groups who are taking the City of Moreton Bay Council to the Supreme Court, joined Bill McDonald to share how the groups are seeking an injunction to stop the council from removing tents and belongings from homeless encampments. 

The two argue that the removals violate human rights and that no alternative housing options are being provided.

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The man behind the popular Ekka animal nursery, farmer James Kemp joined Bill McDonald to talk about the beloved nursery, which sees nearly 10,000 visitors a day! 

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Bill McDonald gives his opinion on a proposal from the Pharmacy Guild of Australia to expand the role of pharmacists to help a struggling healthcare system.

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Six-time world champion axeman Gerald Youles joined Bill McDonald to chat about his career and his experiences with the Ekka Show. 

The conversation delves into Youles unique journey as a first-generation woodchopper and the technical skill required to excel in the sport, including his side job as a master axe grinder.

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Queensland Attorney-General Deb Frecklington joined Bill McDonald to share a personal "Ekka love story," recalling how she met her husband at the show's Cattleman's Bar.

Frecklington also chatted about her role as Attorney-General, where she discussed the importance of listening to community concerns about crime.

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Dr. Roly Nepier joined Bill McDonald to share his surprise and honour at receiving the RNA's highest accolade, the Ekka Legend Award. 

NePier, a highly respected veterinary surgeon, reflected on his long association with the Ekka, from his early days as a student to his role in ensuring the biosecurity and welfare of the animals at the show.

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The Ekka is gearing up for what's tipped to be the biggest day of the 2025 show on the annual People's Day public holiday. 

The RNA Showgrounds CEO Brendan Christou, joined Bill McDonald to discuss People's Day, and explain future construction plans for the showgrounds to accommodate the 2032 Olympics.

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